Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Plastic bottle to cord tool Small is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by Mk2Custom, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

Plastic bottle to cord tool Small 3D printable model by Mk2Custom

Plastic bottle to cord tool Small

Source: Thingiverse by Mk2Custom

The Plastic bottle to cord tool Small is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by Mk2Custom. A tool to recycle plastic bottles into cord for other uses. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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877 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-09 License: CC-BY-NC · non-commercial Category: Outdoor & Garden

Tags: 2 litre, bottle, Coke Bottle, cord, plastic, XACTO

About this model

A tool to recycle plastic bottles into cord for other uses. I find that 2L bottles work better than the smaller bottles as the walls are thinner and therefore easier to cut. In the attached photo above, I got over 7m of cord from a 2L coke bottle in under 5 minutes. Probably could've gotten about 10m of cord from that bottle had I kept going. To use, carefully insert your favorite #11 Xacto blade into one of the 2 slots, depending on whether you want your cord to be 2mm or 5mm wide. Secure it with an M2x10 screw and nut and that's it, assembly completed. Obviously, the blade is replaceable for when it gets dull, and I recommend caution when removing as it is a tight fit. Has a hole to attach a lanyard or keyring, or to attach it to a solid base with a screw. A useful item to have in your c…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Plastic bottle to cord tool Small is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by Mk2Custom.
Who made this model?: Designed by Mk2Custom, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?: Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.